2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (184 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 449 kg more than 1998 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Pickup. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Astro | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Astro | Pickup |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |