2011 Nissan Cube vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Cube weights approximately 24 kg more than 2007 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, 2011 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Cube | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cube | Astra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1289 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1651 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
