2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 750 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Astro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Chevrolet Astro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Astro | Duster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2673 mm |
