1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Astro | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
