2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 572 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
