2007 BMW 325 vs. 1994 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 375 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1994 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Astro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
