2001 Nissan Altima vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, 2002 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Astra (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Altima. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Astra weights approximately 113 kg more than 2001 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2002 Opel Astra (256 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Altima. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Altima | 2002 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Altima | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
