2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is newer by 12 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Holden Vectra. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque weights approximately 340 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.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Holden |
| Model | Range Rover Evoque | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4356 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1966 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1605 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2650 mm |
