2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2007 Suzuki SX4 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (184 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki SX4.
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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Astro | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Astro | SX4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |