2002 Holden Astra vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Astra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2002 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 210 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.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Astra | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Astra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2355 mm |
