2008 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2003 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 325 | Astro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |