2005 Holden Astra vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 202 kg more 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 Holden Astra (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Astra | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Astra | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
