1999 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 12 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, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 670 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Astro | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Astro | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2466 mm |
