2000 Holden Vectra vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 13 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2000 Holden Vectra. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 140 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 2013 Lotus Evora 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 2013 Lotus Evora. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Vectra | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Vectra | Evora |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2575 mm |
