2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Astro | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Xedos |
| Model | Astro | 9 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
