2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 10 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 47 kg more than 2012 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Odyssey. 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, both vehicles can yield 339 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Astro | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2033 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 79 L |
