1999 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 561 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Juke. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Astro | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Astro | Juke |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |