2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2003 Ford F-150
To start off, 2003 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Ford F-150.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2003 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Astro | F-150 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |