2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (184 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Astro | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Astro | Rexton |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |