2007 Nissan Murano vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 410 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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 Murano (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Murano | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Murano | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 52 L |