2008 Nissan Versa vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 780 kg more than 2012 Opel Astra.
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, 2012 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Versa | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Versa | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
