2010 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Holden Astra
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2002 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1186 kg more than 2002 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram 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 2010 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Ram | 2002 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Ram | Astra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2336 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5817 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1908 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3569 mm | 2610 mm |
