2006 Nissan Titan vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 225 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 Titan 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 Titan 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 Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra. 2006 Nissan Titan 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 Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Titan | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Titan | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 52 L |