1992 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Astro.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1992 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1992 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Astro | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3510 mm |
