2002 Holden Vectra vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 9 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 69 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 192 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Vectra | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Vectra | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2685 mm |
