2004 Holden Astra vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Holden Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 747 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Astra. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Holden Astra | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Astra | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2893 mm |