2007 Nissan Commercial vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 5 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, 2012 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 4112 kg more than 2012 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra. 2012 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Commercial has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Commercial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Commercial | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Commercial | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2462 cc | 1796 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 5510 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |
