2002 Holden Vectra vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 11 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 693 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 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra. 2013 GMC Acadia 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. 2013 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Vectra | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Holden | GMC |
| Model | Vectra | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3020 mm |
