2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2007 BMW 545
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 BMW 545.
Because 2007 BMW 545 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2007 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Trans Sport | 545 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2890 mm |
