2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 540 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Astro | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
