2002 Holden Vectra vs. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser

To start off, both 2002 Holden Vectra and 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Vectra (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1340 kg more than 2002 Holden Vectra.

Because 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Holden Vectra 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser
Make Holden Toyota
Model Vectra Mega Cruiser
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3175 cc 4164 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 209 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 3200 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 391 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 2850 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2180 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 2290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3400 mm


 

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