2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2004 Holden Astra
To start off, both 2004 Caterham 7 and 2004 Holden Astra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Holden Astra. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Astra weights approximately 738 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2004 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Caterham 7 (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Caterham 7 | 2004 Holden Astra | |
Make | Caterham | Holden |
Model | 7 | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |