2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 415 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (385 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Astro | E |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
