2000 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2002 Holden Astra
To start off, 2002 Holden Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2002 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2002 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti QX4 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, 2000 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti QX4 | 2002 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Infiniti | Holden |
| Model | QX4 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
