2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1125 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 Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra. 2006 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Patrol | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Patrol | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4759 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 52 L |