2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 372 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Astro | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Astro | Corvette |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |