2006 Nissan Titan vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Titan would be higher. 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 167 more horse power than 2009 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1038 kg more than 2009 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 2009 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Titan | 2009 Opel Astra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Titan | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 52 L |