2003 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 700 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Holden Statesman (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Statesman | Vitz |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
