2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (520 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Astro | Suburban |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |