2005 Holden Astra vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, both 2005 Holden Astra and 2005 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Holden Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 445 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Astra. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Astra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Holden Astra 2005 Toyota 4Runner
Make Holden Toyota
Model Astra 4Runner
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2197 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 382 Nm
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1835 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2800 mm


 

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