2005 Holden Vectra vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2

To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Vectra.

Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Vectra. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Vectra has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Holden Vectra 2009 Land Rover LR2
Make Holden Land Rover
Model Vectra LR2
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 3192 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 234 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1910 mm


 

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