2000 Holden Vectra vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, both 2000 Holden Vectra and 2000 Acura EL were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Vectra weights approximately 221 kg more than 2000 Acura EL. 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, 2000 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Vectra | 2000 Acura EL | |
Make | Holden | Acura |
Model | Vectra | EL |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2619 mm |