2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet 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 87 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Astro | F300 Life Jet |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3020 mm |
