2002 Holden Vectra vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty is newer by 10 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 549 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 2012 Jeep Liberty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra. 2012 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2002 Holden Vectra has manual transmission. 2002 Holden Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Vectra | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Holden | Jeep |
Model | Vectra | Liberty |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1849 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1836 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2695 mm |