2002 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 661 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 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 2011 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Jeep |
| Model | Vectra | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4473 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2695 mm |
