2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1366 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. 2004 Ford Excursion 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. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Astro | Excursion |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 6799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3490 mm |