2002 Holden Vectra vs. 2002 Jensen SV-8
To start off, both 2002 Holden Vectra and 2002 Jensen SV-8 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2002 Jensen SV-8 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 Jensen SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Vectra | 2002 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Holden | Jensen |
Model | Vectra | SV-8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |