2001 Holden Vectra vs. 2007 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 6 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Holden Vectra. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 289 kg more than 2001 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Vectra | 2007 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Vectra | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
