2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1999 Holden Astra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Astra would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (165 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Toyota Tacoma (248 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 1999 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Tacoma | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2610 mm |
