2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2007 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2007 GMC Yukon is newer by 5 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (295 HP @ 500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 2007 GMC Yukon 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, 2007 GMC Yukon 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, 2007 GMC Yukon (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2007 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Astro | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |
