2007 BMW M6 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 3 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 BMW M6.
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 M6 (520 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 2004 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M6 | Astro |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |