2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 392 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astro | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2803 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
