1999 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1999 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet Astro and 1999 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 405 kg more than 1999 Subaru Outback. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Outback. 1999 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Chevrolet Astro | 1999 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Astro | Outback |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |