2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2000 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ranger 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 55 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ranger. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 657 kg more than 2000 Ford Ranger. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ranger. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2000 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 55 L |
