2001 Holden Vectra vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 9 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2001 Holden Vectra. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Vectra weights approximately 334 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Because 2010 Ford F-350 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, 2010 Ford F-350 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Vectra | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Vectra | F-350 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3610 mm |