2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 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 20 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1315 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Astro | GSX R4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
