2004 Holden Astra vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Holden Astra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2004 Holden Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Astra weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 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 1998 Porsche 911. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Astra | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Astra | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 537 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |