1995 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 11 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Astro. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Astro | 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Astro | Suburban |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |