2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Trans Sport | 335 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2761 mm |
