2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 3 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2585 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 144 L |
