2003 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 10 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Juke weights approximately 120 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.
Because 2013 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Astra | Juke |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
