2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2000 Holden Astra
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2000 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Astra weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Holden Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 2000 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-150 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2610 mm |
