2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2001 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 2001 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Express | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2620 mm |