2005 BMW 330 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 172 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3050 mm |
