2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. (184 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 379 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Astro | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Astro | Ram |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 732 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
