2005 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Pod (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod.
Because 2005 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 2005 Chevrolet Astro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod, 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, 2002 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Astro | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Astro | Pod |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 430 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 48 L |