2004 Holden Astra vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 5 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2004 Holden Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Astra.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Astra. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Astra has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Astra | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Astra | Titan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3560 mm |
