2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 517 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (712 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Astro | Ram |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 8276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 712 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 129 L |