2003 Holden Vectra vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 3 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 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Vectra weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Vectra | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
