2010 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, both 2010 Opel Astra and 2010 Nissan Quest were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 57 kg more than 2010 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Astra. 2010 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Opel Astra | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Astra | Quest |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 76 L |
