2004 Holden Astra vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2004 Holden Astra and 2004 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Astra weights approximately 77 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Holden Astra (203 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Astra | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astra | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
