2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1997 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 346 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1997 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Colorado | Astro |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |