2002 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 12 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Vauxhall Vectra | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
Model | Vectra | Golf |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |