2003 Holden Vectra vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Vectra weights approximately 7 kg more than 2004 Opel 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Vectra | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
