2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 539 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (173 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2003 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Frontier | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 53 L |
