2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Astro | Golf |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |