1999 Holden Vectra vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Vectra weights approximately 32 kg more than 2012 Hyundai ix20. 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 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Vectra | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Vectra | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2615 mm |
