2007 Ford E-150 vs. 2002 Holden Astra
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Astra would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2002 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Astra. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2002 Holden Astra has manual transmission. 2002 Holden Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 2002 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | E-150 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2610 mm |
