2001 Holden Vectra vs. 2002 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon 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, 2001 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Vectra weights approximately 480 kg more than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Vectra | 2002 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Vectra | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |
