2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 285 kg more than 2013 Infiniti EX.
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 Infiniti EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Astro | EX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
