2004 Holden Vectra vs. 2004 Honda FR-V
To start off, both 2004 Holden Vectra and 2004 Honda FR-V 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 Honda FR-V (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Holden Vectra. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Vectra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Honda FR-V.
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, 2004 Holden Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Vectra | 2004 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Vectra | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 192 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 | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
