2001 Mitsubishi ASX vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, both 2001 Mitsubishi ASX and 2001 Vauxhall Astra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi ASX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi ASX (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi ASX should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi ASX weights approximately 555 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi ASX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi ASX 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 Mitsubishi ASX (240 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (151 Nm). This means 2001 Mitsubishi ASX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. 2001 Mitsubishi ASX has automatic transmission and 2001 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 2001 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mitsubishi ASX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Mitsubishi ASX | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
Model | ASX | Astra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 151 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |