2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 25 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Astro | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
