2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. (184 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 313 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Astro | Titan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 514 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3560 mm |