2007 Nissan Commercial vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Commercial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Commercial would be higher. At 2,462 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 4185 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra.
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 Commercial (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Commercial | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Commercial | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2462 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 5510 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |
