2002 BMW 332 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 241 kg more than 2002 BMW 332.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 332. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 1995 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 332 | Astro |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
