2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1996 Lexus GS
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 235 kg more than 1996 Lexus GS.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus GS. (275 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1996 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Astro | GS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
