2012 Hyundai Equus vs. 2005 Holden Astra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus is newer by 7 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2005 Holden Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 775 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 2012 Hyundai Equus 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 2012 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2012 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Equus | 2005 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Holden |
| Model | Equus | Astra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2053 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5159 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3045 mm | 2620 mm |
