2003 BMW X3 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, both 2003 BMW X3 and 2003 Chevrolet Astro were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 BMW X3.
Because 2003 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 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, 2003 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 2003 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X3 | Astro |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 117 L |
