2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 5 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP) has 202 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 495 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Astro | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 385 HP |
Torque | 338 Nm | 550 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |