2002 Holden Vectra vs. 2010 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 8 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Brilliance BS6 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 Brilliance BS6.
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, 2010 Brilliance BS6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Vectra | 2010 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Holden | Brilliance |
| Model | Vectra | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
