2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 481 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Astro | Corvette |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1414 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |