2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 401 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Astro | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Astro | Silverado |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 129 L |