2008 Nissan Titan vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 2000 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Titan | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1795 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 | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 52 L |
