2005 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 264 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Astro | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Astro | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |