2005 Nissan Almera vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Almera and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (121 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Almera weights approximately 575 kg more than 2005 Opel 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, 2005 Opel Astra (170 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Almera | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Almera | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1260 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
