1994 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1994 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Astro | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
