2003 Holden Astra vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, both 2003 Holden Astra and 2003 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Rover 75. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 75 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2003 Holden Astra.
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 2003 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 2003 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Astra | 2003 Rover 75 | |
Make | Holden | Rover |
Model | Astra | 75 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 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 |