2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2002 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac SRX | 2002 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | SRX | Astro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 102 L |