2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 276 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Astro | 1995 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Astro | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |