2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 5 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 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Astro | F430 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |