2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 510 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Astro | 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |
