1997 Hyundai Marcia vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 230 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Marcia.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Hyundai Marcia | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
Model | Marcia | Vectra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |