2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Lexus IS
To start off, 2005 Lexus IS 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 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 37 more horse power than 2005 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 449 kg more than 2005 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Astro | IS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
