2003 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2004 Holden Astra
To start off, 2004 Holden Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Holden Astra. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 267 kg more than 2004 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daewoo Chairman 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 2003 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2003 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Astra. 2003 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Astra has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Chairman | 2004 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Daewoo | Holden |
| Model | Chairman | Astra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
