1999 Holden Astra vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 410 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 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Astra | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
