2005 Holden Astra vs. 2011 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 is newer by 6 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Holden Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70 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, 2011 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Astra. 2011 Volvo V70 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. 2011 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Astra | 2011 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Astra | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
