2001 Honda Life vs. 1999 Holden Astra
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Astra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Astra weights approximately 356 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life 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, 1999 Holden Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 1999 Holden Astra has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Holden Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Life | 1999 Holden Astra | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Life | Astra |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |