2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1997 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Dakota 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 (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 420 kg more than 1997 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Dodge Dakota 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, 1997 Dodge Dakota 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1997 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Astro | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 49 L |
