2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 600 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 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, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Astro | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Astro | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1260 mm |