2002 Holden Vectra vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 3 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. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Vectra (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Holden Vectra.
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 Holden Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Vectra | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Vectra | 75 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
