1997 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 550 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Astro | Avensis |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |