2001 Holden Vectra vs. 2001 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, both 2001 Holden Vectra and 2001 Chevrolet S-10 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 21 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Holden Vectra.
Because 2001 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. 2001 Chevrolet S-10 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. 2001 Chevrolet S-10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Vectra | 2001 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vectra | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3130 mm |
