2011 Ford Edge vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 11 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2000 Holden Vectra. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Edge weights approximately 552 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, 2011 Ford Edge (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Edge | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Edge | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4679 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2650 mm |
