2000 Holden Astra vs. 2003 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Astra would be higher. Both 2000 Holden Astra and 2003 Pontiac Vibe are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Vibe (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 73 kg more than 2000 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2003 Pontiac Vibe 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 Holden Astra (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Astra | 2003 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Astra | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
