2005 Holden Astra vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 7 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Holden Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 754 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.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Astra. 2012 Nissan Navara 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. 2012 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Astra | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Astra | Navara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
