2000 Holden Astra vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2000 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 462 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.
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, 2012 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2000 Holden Astra has manual transmission. 2000 Holden Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Astra | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Astra | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2799 mm |
