2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2004 Nissan Xterra and 2004 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 435 kg more than 2004 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 Xterra (270 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (139 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2004 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Xterra | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 52 L |
