2002 Acura EL vs. 1995 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2002 Acura EL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 716 kg more than 2002 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura EL | 1995 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | EL | Astro |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
