2002 Holden Vectra vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Vectra would be higher. Both 2002 Holden Vectra and 2004 Opel Vectra are equipped with a 2,198 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 7 kg more than 2004 Opel 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Vectra | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
