2000 Kia Clarus vs. 2004 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Clarus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Astra.
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 Kia Clarus (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Clarus | 2004 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Clarus | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
