2005 Holden Astra vs. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa
To start off, both 2005 Holden Astra and 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Astra.
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 Mazda MX-Flexa (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Astra. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Astra has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Astra | 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Astra | MX-Flexa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
