2000 Holden Vectra vs. 2004 Holden Vectra

To start off, 2004 Holden Vectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Vectra would be higher. Both 2000 Holden Vectra and 2004 Holden Vectra are equipped with a 2,198 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Vectra (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Holden Vectra. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Vectra weights approximately 230 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.

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, 2004 Holden Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Holden Vectra 2004 Holden Vectra
Make Holden Holden
Model Vectra Vectra
Year Released 2000 2004
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 146 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2710 mm


 

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