2004 Holden Astra vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Astra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Holden Astra. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 588 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 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Astra | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Astra | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
