2001 Holden Vectra vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 10 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 3 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 244 kg more than 2001 Holden Vectra.
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 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. 2011 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2011 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Vectra | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Vectra | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2911 mm |