2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Astro | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Astro | Tundra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |