2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 4 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, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Astro | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
