2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2000 Holden Astra
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Astra would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 2000 Holden Astra | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Transit Connect | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |