2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2003 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 895 kg more than 2003 TVR Griffith.
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, 2003 TVR Griffith (484 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 2003 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2003 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Astro | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
