2005 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2004 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Astro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
