1993 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 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. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 343 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astro | Passat |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
