2009 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Holden Vectra. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Vectra weights approximately 334 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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, 1999 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Focus | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
