2011 Toyota Matrix vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix is newer by 9 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 7 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
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, 2002 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Matrix | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Matrix | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4366 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1549 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2650 mm |
