2010 Nissan Versa vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 79 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa.
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, 2006 Opel Astra (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Versa | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Versa | Astra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4295 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
