2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 684 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Astro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2830 mm |
