2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Holden Astra
To start off, both 2004 Ford Expedition 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Holden Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 977 kg more than 2004 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. 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 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Astra. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Astra. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Astra has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2004 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Expedition | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
