2005 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 373 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (282 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1953 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 |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
