2002 Infiniti G20 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra

To start off, both 2002 Infiniti G20 and 2002 Vauxhall Vectra were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti G20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti G20 (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti G20 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall 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 Infiniti G20 (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti G20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 2002 Infiniti G20 has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti G20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Infiniti G20 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
Make Infiniti Vauxhall
Model G20 Vectra
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 144 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 185 Nm 164 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1343 kg 1302 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2710 mm


 

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