2011 Acura ZDX vs. 2005 Holden Astra
To start off, 2011 Acura ZDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Astra would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Holden Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura ZDX weights approximately 722 kg more than 2005 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX 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, 2011 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Acura ZDX | 2005 Holden Astra | |
Make | Acura | Holden |
Model | ZDX | Astra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1595 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2620 mm |