2000 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Holden Astra
To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet Silverado and 2000 Holden Astra were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 37 kg more than 2000 Holden Astra.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (386 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Silverado | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2610 mm |
