2010 Ford F-150 vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 11 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1999 Holden Vectra. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 977 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford F-150 | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-150 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2352 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5885 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1887 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2650 mm |
