2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 10 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 52 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Astro | NP300 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |