2005 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Astro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Astro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Astro | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Astro | Quest |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3495 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 | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1795 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 | 117 L | 76 L |