2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Baja 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 26 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 375 kg more than 2003 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Baja 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, 2003 Subaru Baja 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) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja.
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2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Astro | Baja |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |