2004 Holden Vectra vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Holden Vectra. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Vectra.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Vectra | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Vectra | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |