1999 Holden Astra vs. 1999 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 1999 Holden Astra and 1999 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 1999 Holden Astra and 1999 Hyundai Sonata are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra.
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 Holden Astra (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. 1999 Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Astra | 1999 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Holden | Hyundai |
Model | Astra | Sonata |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |