2008 Nissan Xterra vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 201 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra 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 Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra. 2008 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Nissan Xterra | 2008 Opel Astra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Xterra | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |