1997 • Ford
Explorer
Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 4WD (160 Hp) 1997Overall Score70.5/100
1997 Ford Explorer vs 1997 Chevrolet Astro Comparison
Compare technical specifications, scores and everyday-use differences side by side.
1997 • Chevrolet
Astro
Chevrolet Astro 4.3 i V6 4WD (200 Hp) 1997Overall Score69.75/100
WINNER
Ford Explorer
Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 0.75 points.
70.5–69.75
SPECIFICATION GROUPS
Every difference between the two cars
Basic Specifications
Ford ExplorerSpecificationChevrolet Astro
FordMakeChevrolet
ExplorerModelAstro
1997Model year1997
Off-road vehicleBody typeMinivan
5Seats8
3Doors5
Performance
Ford ExplorerSpecificationChevrolet Astro
177 km/hTop speed0 km/h
3958 ccEngine displacement4300 cc
160 HPPower200 HP
305 NmTorque353 Nm
6Cylinders6
Fuel & Consumption
Ford ExplorerSpecificationChevrolet Astro
PetrolFuel typePetrol
66 ltFuel tank102 lt
—Average consumption13,1 lt
Transmission & Chassis
Ford ExplorerSpecificationChevrolet Astro
4x4Drivetrain4x4
5Gears4
255/70 R16Tyre size215/75 R15 S
YesABSYes
Dimensions
Ford ExplorerSpecificationChevrolet Astro
4536 mmLength4491 mm
1783 mmWidth1969 mm
1714 mmHeight1935 mm
1807 KgWeight1889 Kg
2593 mmWheelbase2819 mm
E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note
1997 Ford Explorer and 1997 Chevrolet Astro approach the same decision from different angles. We compare the exact versions so changes in engine, transmission, dimensions and equipment are not hidden behind the model names.
Overall, Ford Explorer leads the E-Kıyasla score by 0.75 points. The score provides a consistent summary, while the best choice can still change with priorities such as urban efficiency, luggage space, performance or equipment.
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