2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 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, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 21 kg more than 2005 Maserati Quattroporte.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Astro | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4227 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 451 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |