2005 Holden Rodeo vs. 2005 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 2005 Holden Rodeo and 2005 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.

Because 2005 Holden Rodeo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Holden Rodeo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Rodeo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Holden Rodeo 2005 Opel Vectra
Make Holden Opel
Model Rodeo Vectra
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2405 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 93 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 207 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3060 mm 2620 mm


 

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