2011 Nissan Altima vs. 2005 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Vectra weights approximately 88 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima.
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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Altima | 2005 Holden Vectra | |
Make | Nissan | Holden |
Model | Altima | Vectra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2710 mm |