2005 Holden Astra vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise 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. Both 2005 Holden Astra and 2006 Lotus Elise are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Holden Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Astra weights approximately 492 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 Lotus Elise 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 2006 Lotus Elise. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Holden Astra (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Astra | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | Astra | Elise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |