2000 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 615 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall 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, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Vauxhall Astra | 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3164 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
