2000 Holden Vectra vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 5 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 160 more horse power than 2000 Holden Vectra. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1161 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 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Vectra | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Vectra | LR3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2890 mm |
