1995 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 471 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Astro | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Astro | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
