2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. 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, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Astro | 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Astro | Silver Seraph |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 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 | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 94 L |