2001 Holden Vectra vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Holden Vectra. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Vectra weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2002 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Holden Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Vectra | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Vectra | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
