2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 8 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 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 9 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Astro | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Astro | Altima |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
