2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus 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 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 55 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 618 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (174 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | Focus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1277 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
