2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet Astro and 2003 Honda Z were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 136 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 990 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z 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, 2003 Honda Z 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Astro | 2003 Honda Z | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Astro | Z |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 35 L |