2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2000 Dodge Durango
To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet Astro and 2000 Dodge Durango were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 248 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Astro.
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, 2000 Dodge Durango (454 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Astro | 2000 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Astro | Durango |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 454 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2950 mm |