2004 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 2004 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, both 2004 Isuzu VehiCross and 2004 Vauxhall Astra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 2004 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. 2004 Isuzu VehiCross has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Isuzu VehiCross will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Isuzu VehiCross | 2004 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Isuzu | Vauxhall |
Model | VehiCross | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |