1999 Holden Astra vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 806 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Astra | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
