2001 Chrysler Cirrus vs. 2001 Holden Vectra
To start off, both 2001 Chrysler Cirrus and 2001 Holden Vectra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Cirrus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Cirrus (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Holden Vectra. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Cirrus should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Cirrus weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Chrysler Cirrus (231 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm). This means 2001 Chrysler Cirrus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Cirrus | 2001 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Cirrus | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
