2000 Holden Vectra vs. 2011 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 11 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Brilliance BS6 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Holden Vectra. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 145 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, 2011 Brilliance BS6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Vectra | 2011 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Holden | Brilliance |
| Model | Vectra | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
