2003 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra. 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, 2003 Opel Astra (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Astra | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
