2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 288 kg more than 2011 Jeep Wrangler.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Astro | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3881 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1826 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2423 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |