1999 Holden Astra vs. 2004 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2004 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 305 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 2004 Subaru Impreza 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, 2004 Subaru Impreza 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, 2004 Subaru Impreza (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 2004 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Astra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
