2005 Holden Astra vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2005 Holden Astra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Holden Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Astra | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Caldina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |