2003 Holden Astra vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2003 Holden Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 75 would be higher. Both 2003 Holden Astra and 2002 Rover 75 are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 75 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Holden Astra (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Astra | 2002 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Astra | 75 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
