1995 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 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 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 6 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Astro | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3490 mm |
