2003 Holden Astra vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Astra would be higher. At 2,182 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 347 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Astra | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Astra | Primera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
