2007 BMW 650 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 310 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 650 | 2005 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 650 | Astro |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |