2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1996 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Astro | 1996 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Astro | Carlton |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |