2005 Holden Astra vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Astra would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Astra | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Astra | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
