2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 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 40 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ranger. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3193 mm |
