2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon 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, 2006 GMC Yukon 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Astro | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
