2008 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. (184 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro 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, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2000 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Astro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
