2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 7 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1099 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Astro.
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 (339 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Defender. 2000 Chevrolet Astro has automatic transmission and 2007 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Astro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Astro | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Astro | Defender |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
