1998 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 15 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Astro | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Astro | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2895 mm |