2000 Holden Astra vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 9 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 716 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 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Astra | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Astra | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
