2002 Holden Vectra vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1038 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 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra. 2012 Land Rover LR4 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 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Vectra | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Vectra | LR4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1882 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2885 mm |