2008 BMW 750 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 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 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 750 (490 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 750 | 2004 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 750 | Astro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 102 L |
