2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 138 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Astro | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Astro | Camaro |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |