2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 347 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
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 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Astro | S60 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2776 mm |