2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 365 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Astro | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2895 mm |