1993 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 332 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Astro. 2013 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Chevrolet Astro | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Astro | Passat |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2803 mm |