2000 Holden Vectra vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 10 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 2000 Holden Vectra. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 615 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 2010 Cadillac CTS-V 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 2010 Cadillac CTS-V. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Vectra | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Holden | Cadillac |
| Model | Vectra | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |
