2003 Holden Astra vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 9 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Astra weights approximately 212 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2012 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Astra | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Holden | Fiat |
| Model | Astra | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3460 mm |
