2003 Holden Vectra vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 2 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Vectra weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (159 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Vectra | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Vectra | Primera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
