1999 Holden Vectra vs. 1999 Infiniti I

To start off, both 1999 Holden Vectra and 1999 Infiniti I were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Holden Vectra. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti I weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra. 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, 1999 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Holden Vectra 1999 Infiniti I
Make Holden Infiniti
Model Vectra I
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2597 cc 2960 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2760 mm


 

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