2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus IS 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 34 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Astro | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Astro | IS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
