2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 72 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Astro | 300 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1878 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 71 L |