2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Astro | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 144 L |
