1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 Audi A6.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A6. (329 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Astro | A6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2842 mm |
