2002 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (108 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 37 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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 Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Tiguan | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vectra | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2604 mm |
