2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 3 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, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Uplander 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, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander 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, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Astro | 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Astro | Uplander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |
