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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 760 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol 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 Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
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 | 2953 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 52 L |
