1999 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Odyssey. (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Odyssey. 2010 Honda Odyssey 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. 2010 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Astro | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Astro | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1778 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |
