2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1997 Volvo V90
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo V90 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 9 more horse power than 1997 Volvo V90. (178 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 335 kg more than 1997 Volvo V90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo V90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo V90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 1997 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Astro | V90 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
