2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 11 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 625 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 1 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Astro | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 53 L |