2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 101 kg more than 2011 Jeep Liberty.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Liberty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Astro | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Astro | Liberty |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1849 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4473 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2695 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 74 L |