2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 7 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 563 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Astro | Durango |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 102 L |
