2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2004 Holden Frontera

To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Astro and 2004 Holden Frontera were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Holden Frontera.

Because 2004 Holden Frontera 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, 2004 Holden Frontera 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Frontera.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Astro 2004 Holden Frontera
Make Chevrolet Holden
Model Astro Frontera
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4294 cc 3165 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 290 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2710 mm


 

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