2001 BMW X5 vs. 1990 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Astro.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 1990 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | Astro |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |