2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 745 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Venturi 400. 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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Astro | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Venturi |
Model | Astro | 400 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |