2002 Holden Vectra vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 5 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 10 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (199 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Holden Vectra.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Vectra | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Vectra | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
