2012 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Holden Vectra. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 224 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota RAV4 | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
Make | Toyota | Holden |
Model | RAV4 | Vectra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | 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 | 179 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2650 mm |