2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 545 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2000 Mazda Familia 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. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Astro | Familia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
