2007 Nissan Titan vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Titan | 2003 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Titan | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 53 L |
