1999 Chrysler 300 vs. 1999 Holden Astra
To start off, both 1999 Chrysler 300 and 1999 Holden Astra were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler 300 (251 HP @ 6450 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 450 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.
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, 1999 Chrysler 300 (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra. 1999 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1999 Holden Astra has manual transmission. 1999 Holden Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler 300 | 1999 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | 300 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6450 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
