2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 895 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Astro | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 108 L |
