2000 Holden Astra vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 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. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 330 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Astra | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Astra | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
