2005 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 575 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2009 Toyota RAV4, 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, 2005 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Astro | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Astro | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |