2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 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 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 332 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Mustang. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 856 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 61 L |
