2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 61 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Astro | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
