2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 565 kg more than 1995 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Astro | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Astro | Serena |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |