2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Astro | 325 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |