2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 999 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lotus Elise. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Astro | Elise |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |