2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 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 22 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Astro | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
