1994 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (261 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Chevrolet Astro | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Astro | X5 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2933 mm |