1997 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Astro and 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 85 kg more than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Astro | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Astro | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |