2000 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 770 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Durango (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. 2000 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2001 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 2001 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Durango | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1795 cc |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
