2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 782 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mustang. 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 59 L |
