2002 Holden Vectra vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1205 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 283 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
Because 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 SSC Tuatara. 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 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 839 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Vectra | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | Holden | SSC |
| Model | Vectra | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 1350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2667 mm |
