2008 BMW 650 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 4 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 2004 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 650 | Astro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 488 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 | 5050 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |