2000 Opel Astra vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 372 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | Astra | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1328 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
