2006 Nissan Maxima vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Maxima and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 244 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Maxima | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Maxima | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |