2002 Acura EL vs. 2002 Holden Astra
To start off, both 2002 Acura EL and 2002 Holden Astra were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura EL weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Holden Astra (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL. 2002 Holden Astra has automatic transmission and 2002 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2002 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Holden Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura EL | 2002 Holden Astra | |
Make | Acura | Holden |
Model | EL | Astra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |