2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 7 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 314 kg more than 2002 Holden Vectra.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra. 2002 Holden Vectra has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Jeep | Holden |
| Model | Compass | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
