1998 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 375 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996.
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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Astro | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Astro | 996 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |