1993 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. Both 1993 Chevrolet Astro and 2003 Chevrolet Silverado are equipped with a 4,293 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Astro. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Astro | 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Astro | Silverado |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |