2004 Holden Astra vs. 2007 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2007 Nissan Tiida is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Tiida (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Holden Astra. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden 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, 2007 Nissan Tiida (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Astra | 2007 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Astra | Tiida |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
