2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2009 Nissan Murano and 2009 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Astra weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Murano | 2009 Opel Astra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Murano | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 52 L |