2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 482 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Astro | Express |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |