1998 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Nissan Frontier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 509 kg more than 2005 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Astro | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
