1999 Holden Astra vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 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. Both 1999 Holden Astra and 2008 Honda CR-V are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 305 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra.
Because 2008 Honda CR-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, 2008 Honda CR-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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Astra | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 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 | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
