1998 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1998 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Astro | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Astro | X5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| 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 | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2934 mm |
