2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 772 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (385 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Pathfinder | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
