2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Holden Vectra. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 802 kg more than 2000 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Odyssey | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Odyssey | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 200 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2102 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2650 mm |