2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Astro | Montero |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
