2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Ram. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Astro | Ram |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
