2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 8 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 661 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, 2012 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Astro | E-150 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 132 L |