2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. (184 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 49 kg more than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Astro | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
