2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 379 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Astro | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 117 L |
