2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2001 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 GMC Envoy.
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, 2001 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2001 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Astro | Envoy |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4159 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 83 L |