2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 254 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 681 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.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astro | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 100 L |
