2001 Holden Vectra vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Holden Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Vectra weights approximately 510 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life. 2000 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2001 Holden Vectra has manual transmission. 2001 Holden Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Vectra | 2000 Honda Life | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Vectra | Life |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |