2006 Nissan Xterra vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 219 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra 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 Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Xterra | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Xterra | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |