2001 Holden Vectra vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Vectra 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 20 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 17 kg more than 2001 Holden Vectra.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Vectra | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Vectra | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
