2000 Holden Vectra vs. 2011 Mitsubishi RVR
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Holden Vectra. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi RVR weights approximately 75 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, 2000 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Vectra | 2011 Mitsubishi RVR | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Vectra | RVR |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2000 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
