2000 Holden Vectra vs. 2000 Hyundai Neos
To start off, both 2000 Holden Vectra and 2000 Hyundai Neos 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 Hyundai Neos (247 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2000 Holden Vectra. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Neos should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Neos weights approximately 343 kg more than 2000 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Hyundai Neos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Hyundai Neos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hyundai Neos (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Neos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Vectra | 2000 Hyundai Neos | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Vectra | Neos |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1643 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
