2004 Holden Vectra vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Holden Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Holden Vectra. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 416 kg more than 2004 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Vectra. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Vectra has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Vectra | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
