2000 Holden Vectra vs. 2004 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2004 Toyota Highlander 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. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Holden Vectra. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 385 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 2004 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Highlander (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra. 2004 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2000 Holden Vectra has manual transmission. 2000 Holden Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Vectra | 2004 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
