2002 Holden Astra 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 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Astra would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2002 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 390 kg more than 2002 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Quest 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 2006 Nissan Quest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Astra, 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Astra | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Astra | Quest |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3160 mm |