1994 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 12 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry. 2006 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Astro | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Astro | Camry |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
