2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Holden Vectra
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Holden Vectra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Holden Vectra. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Vectra weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Vectra. 2004 Holden Vectra has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Holden Vectra | |
Make | Audi | Holden |
Model | A4 | Vectra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |