1999 Holden Astra vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 6 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, 1999 Holden Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 152 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 1999 Holden Astra (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Astra | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
