2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2000 Holden Astra
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 8 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2000 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 541 kg more than 2000 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 2000 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Charger | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
