2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 673 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Astro | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Astro | Golf |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 62 L |