2003 Holden Vectra vs. 2003 Honda Fit
To start off, both 2003 Holden Vectra and 2003 Honda Fit were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Vectra weights approximately 470 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Holden Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Vectra | 2003 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Vectra | Fit |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
