2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Astro 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 108 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 870 kg more than 2003 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2003 Lada Niva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Astro | Niva |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 42 L |