2002 Holden Vectra vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt 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. Both 2002 Holden Vectra and 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt are equipped with a 2,198 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (153 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 269 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2002 Holden Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Vectra | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vectra | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
