2002 Hyundai HCD-7 vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, both 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 and 2002 Holden Vectra were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 (270 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 weights approximately 160 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Holden Vectra (203 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. (180 Nm). This means 2002 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Holden |
| Model | HCD-7 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4498 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
