2006 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Cube (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 8 kg more than 2013 Nissan Cube.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Astra | Cube |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
