2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo 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 74 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 758 kg more than 1996 Ford Mondeo. 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 1996 Ford Mondeo. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 62 L |
