2006 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Vectra weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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, 2000 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Focus | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
