2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2010 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 10 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, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (230 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. (184 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 240 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. (318 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. 2010 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Chevrolet Astro | 2010 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Astro | Impala |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2807 mm |