1995 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 9 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 8 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 1995 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Astro | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Astro | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
