2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 5 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 179 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford F-350. 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3490 mm |
