2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (250 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 437 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, both vehicles can yield 339 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Astro | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
