2002 Holden Vectra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 7 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 16 kg more than 2002 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Vectra | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vectra | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
