1992 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 720 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Astro | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Astro | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
