2000 Holden Astra vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 6 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 338 kg more than 2000 Holden Astra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Astra | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Astra | Primera |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |