2002 Nissan Maxima vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2002 Nissan Maxima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Maxima (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra.
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 Nissan Maxima (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (188 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Maxima | 2000 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Maxima | Astra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
