1999 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 345 kg more than 2010 Mazda BT-50. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Astro | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Astro | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |