2002 Holden Vectra vs. 2002 Nissan Quest

To start off, both 2002 Holden Vectra and 2002 Nissan Quest were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Quest (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 290 kg more than 2002 Holden Vectra. 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, 2002 Nissan Quest (271 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra. 2002 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2002 Holden Vectra has manual transmission. 2002 Holden Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Holden Vectra 2002 Nissan Quest
Make Holden Nissan
Model Vectra Quest
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 3294 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 145 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 271 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4950 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2860 mm


 

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