2003 Nissan Altima vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2003 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Altima (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Nissan Altima.
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, 2003 Nissan Altima (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Altima | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Altima | Astra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
