2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 6 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 2,701 cc, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Holden Vectra. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1046 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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Sprinter | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2198 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2346 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2650 mm |
