2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram. 1998 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Astro | Ram |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
