2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet Astro and 2001 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 60 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 505 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Vectra. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Astro | Vectra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |