2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Dakota. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Astro | Dakota |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 83 L |