2005 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2010 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 5 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, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (230 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 295 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Impala, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. (318 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Astro | 2010 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Astro | Impala |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |