2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 550 kg more than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Astro | Quest |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 76 L |