1998 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2003 Toyota Soarer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2003 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. 2003 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Astro | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Astro | Soarer |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |