1999 Holden Vectra vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 14 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 30 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 56 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Vectra | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Holden | Acura |
| Model | Vectra | ILX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
