2007 Nissan Altima vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 44 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Altima | 2004 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Altima | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |
