2001 Holden Astra vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2001 Holden Astra and 2001 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2001 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Holden Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Astra. (165 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Astra | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Astra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
