2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 12 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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. (184 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 289 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Astro | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Astro | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| 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 | 184 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2776 mm |
