2002 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 705 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.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 2011 Cadillac SRX 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. 2011 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Vauxhall Vectra | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Vauxhall | Cadillac |
Model | Vectra | SRX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2807 mm |