2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2000 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 341 kg more than 2000 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Chrysler 300 (479 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Astro | 2000 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Astro | 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 5699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1609 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
