2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 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 5,299 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 694 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Astro | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 117 L |
