2007 Nissan Maxima vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Maxima 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 277 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 Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra. 2007 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Nissan Maxima | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Maxima | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |