1998 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 6 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, 1998 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 715 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Astro | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Astro | Samurai |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |