2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 11 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 1 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 320. 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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2012 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Trans Sport | 320 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
