2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 5 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. (184 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestyle. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Astro | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |