2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Astro and 2004 Honda Accord 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 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 538 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Astro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Chevrolet Astro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Astro | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |