2010 Honda Accord Crosstour vs. 1999 Holden Astra
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Astra would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 597 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | 1999 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Accord Crosstour | Astra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2610 mm |
