2005 Holden Astra vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Holden Astra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Holden Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 179 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 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Astra | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Astra | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
