2005 Nissan Platina vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Platina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Platina would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Platina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Platina (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Platina should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Astra weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina.
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 Nissan Platina (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Platina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Platina | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Platina | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
