2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 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 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 39 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (144 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. 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 2003 Mazda 6. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Astro | 6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
