2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 584 kg more than 2002 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Silverado | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2710 mm |
