1999 Holden Vectra vs. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1999 Holden Vectra. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (439 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1999 Holden Vectra has manual transmission. 1999 Holden Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Vectra | 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Vectra | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
