2004 Ford E-150 vs. 2003 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 597 kg more than 2003 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-150 | 2003 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | E-150 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
