2002 Holden Vectra vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 361 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 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Vectra | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Vectra | XJ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3032 mm |
