2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 493 kg more than 2001 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage 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, 2001 Kia Sportage 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Astro | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Astro | Sportage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |