2000 Honda FCX vs. 2000 Holden Astra
To start off, both 2000 Honda FCX and 2000 Holden Astra were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda FCX (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda FCX should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Astra weights approximately 310 kg more than 2000 Honda FCX.
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, 2000 Honda FCX (273 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm). This means 2000 Honda FCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda FCX | 2000 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | FCX | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1150 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
