2012 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Vectra weights approximately 379 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2005 Holden Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta. 2005 Holden Vectra has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Fiesta | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4067 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1697 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2489 mm | 2710 mm |
