2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2005 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier and 2005 Vauxhall Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 39 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2005 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Cavalier | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |