2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 610 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Astro | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |
