2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 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 Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Frontier | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Frontier | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |