2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2000 Holden Astra
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Astra would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Holden Astra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Holden Astra (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 2000 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Fiesta | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
