2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (346 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Astro | C |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 62 L |
