2005 Holden Astra vs. 2005 Westfield ZEI
To start off, both 2005 Holden Astra and 2005 Westfield ZEI were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Westfield ZEI (173 HP @ 9800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Holden Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Astra weights approximately 608 kg more than 2005 Westfield ZEI.
Because 2005 Westfield ZEI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Astra | 2005 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Holden | Westfield |
| Model | Astra | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 9800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
