2008 BMW 525 vs. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 525 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
