2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. (184 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 506 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche 911. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Astro | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Astro | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |