2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2004 Holden Astra
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Astra would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2004 Holden Astra. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 472 kg more than 2004 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2004 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Avalanche | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2620 mm |
