2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2004 Holden Astra
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Holden Astra. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 714 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 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 2004 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | CR-V | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
