2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2009 BMW 525 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Trans Sport | 525 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2840 mm |