1999 Holden Astra vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 987 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1999 Holden Astra has manual transmission. 1999 Holden Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astra | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2893 mm |
