2009 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2001 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Holden Vectra.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Vectra. 2001 Holden Vectra has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Golf | 2001 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
| Model | Golf | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
