2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Pathfinder and 2008 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1008 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Pathfinder | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2238 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
