1991 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 259 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Astro.
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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Astro | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Astro | ML |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
