2002 Holden Vectra vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Holden Vectra.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Vectra | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Vectra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
