2001 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 2001 Holden Astra
To start off, both 2001 Isuzu VehiCross and 2001 Holden Astra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2001 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 602 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 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Isuzu VehiCross | 2001 Holden Astra | |
Make | Isuzu | Holden |
Model | VehiCross | Astra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |