1999 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2010 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2010 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 44 kg more than 2010 Jeep Wrangler.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Astro | 2010 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Astro | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2103 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2423 mm |
