2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR2 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 50 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Astro | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 48 L |
