2008 BMW 535 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 538 kg more than 2008 BMW 535.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 BMW 535 (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (283 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 535 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
