2005 Nissan Titan vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Astra would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 893 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (139 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 2004 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Titan | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 52 L |
