2000 Holden Astra vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 11 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1158 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 2011 Volkswagen T5 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Astra | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astra | T5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
