2002 Holden Vectra vs. 2007 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Jimny 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 495 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Vectra | 2007 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Vectra | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
