Chevrolet Astro vs. Ford Aerostar
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet Astro and Ford Aerostar contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Chevrolet Astro and the Ford Aerostar.
When comparing the Chevrolet Astro's and the Ford Aerostar's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Astro has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Chevrolet Astro and Ford Aerostar have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Astro's and the Ford Aerostar's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Astro is a better car than the Ford Aerostar.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chevrolet Astro’s base engine makes 190 horsepower, and the Ford Aerostar base engine makes 140 horsepower. Both the Astro and the Aerostar are rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 525 and 441 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$19,639
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Minivans)
$21,841
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Minivans)
$17,815 - $34,648
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$17,815
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Minivans)
$21,841
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Minivans)
$17,815 - $34,648
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$7,165
Price Range:
$3,500 - $11,397
Category Avg Price:
(Minivans)
$13,056
Category Avg Price Range:
(Minivans)
$5,347 - $26,657
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
2
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
50,168
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
(Minivans)
$13,056
Category Avg Price Range:
(Minivans)
$5,347 - $26,657
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
145,185
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Chevrolet Astro Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Aerostar Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Astro
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Aerostar
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Minivans)
3.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Minivans)
1.5 - 5.4
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.7
Typical Category Recalls:
(Minivans)
3.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Minivans)
1.5 - 5.4
Chevrolet Astro Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Aerostar Rankings
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Chevrolet Astro Trim Levels
Base, LS, LT
Ford Aerostar Trim Levels
Base, XLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
190 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
250 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
140 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
160 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
375 / 525 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
315 / 441 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Available
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
Available
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
64 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
141 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3913 lbs
Width:
77.5 inches
Height:
76 inches
Length:
189.9 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
Not yet available
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
72.3 inches
Length:
174.9 inches
Wheelbase:
118.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Exterior Colors
Blue
Medium Stellar Blue Metallic
Brown
Light Autumnwood Metallic
Green
Emerald Green Metallic / Laguna Green Metallic / Medium Dark Lichen Metallic
Red
Cyclamen Metallic / Light Toreador Metallic / Red Maple Metallic
Silver
Silver Mist Metallic
White
Ghost White
Black
Not available
Gray
Not available
Orange
Not available
Purple
Not available
Exterior Colors
Blue
Med Royale Blue Pearl Metallic / Med Wedgewood Pearl Metallic / Portofino Blue Metallic / Royal Blue Pearl Metallic
Brown
Not available
Green
Alpine Green Pearl Metallic / Bright Calypso Green Metallic / Dark Cypress Gold Pearl Metallic / Med Calypso Green Metallic / Mystic / Pacific Green Pearl Metallic
Red
Laser Red Metallic Tint / Med Berry Pearl Metallic / Midnight Red Pearl Metallic / Sunrise Red Pearl Metallic / Toreador Red Metallic / Vermillion / Vermillion Red
Silver
Silver Frost Pearl Metallic
White
Ivory / Oxford White / Performance White / Ultra White
Black
Black
Gray
Med Graphite Metallic
Orange
Bright Tangerine
Purple
Thistle
