2005 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Astro and 2005 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 187 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Astro | Tundra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3270 mm |