2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Explorer | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
