1994 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 315 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Astro | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astro | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
