2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 4 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Astro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Chevrolet Astro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor (347 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Astro | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 81 L |
