2000 Holden Vectra vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 12 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, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 1 kg more than 2000 Holden Vectra.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Vectra | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Vectra | Cube |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
