2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 8 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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 5. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Astro | 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
