1997 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 14 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, 1997 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Astro | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Astro | Freelander |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |