2007 Nissan 1400 vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Nissan 1400 and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan 1400 | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | 1400 | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |