1997 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Astro | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Astro | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |