2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2002 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Astra (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 425 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2002 Vauxhall Astra (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2002 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Patrol | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
