2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 420 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Astro | Armada |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5555 cc |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 106 L |