1998 Ford F-250 vs. 1999 Holden Astra
To start off, 1999 Holden Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-250 | 1999 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-250 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2610 mm |
