1999 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest 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 Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 96 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Quest. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Astro | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Astro | Quest |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |
