2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 7 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 798 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, 2011 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Astro | Savana |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 117 L |