2007 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 5 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 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 830 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.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Uplander | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Uplander | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
