1998 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 10 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 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 788 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-350. 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Astro | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 6802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3970 mm |
