2000 Holden Vectra vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2000 Holden Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 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, 1998 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Vectra | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Previa |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |