1999 Holden Astra vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 14 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 1162 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 2013 Dodge DURANGO is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Holden | Dodge |
| Model | Astra | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3042 mm |
