1995 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 4 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Astro.
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, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Astro. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1995 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1995 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Astro | 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Astro | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |