2001 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 934 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. 2012 Ford F-450 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. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Vauxhall Astra | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Ford |
| Model | Astra | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 4379 mm |
