2003 Holden Astra vs. 2002 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2003 Holden Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Mark II (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 405 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.
Because 2002 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mark II 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, 2002 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Astra. 2002 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 2003 Holden Astra has manual transmission. 2003 Holden Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Astra | 2002 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
