2000 Audi Steppenwolf vs. 2002 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi Steppenwolf would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf (222 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. (320 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi Steppenwolf | 2002 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Steppenwolf | Astro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
