1994 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Statesman (224 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Statesman weights approximately 644 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1994 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. 1994 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2005 Vauxhall VX220 has manual transmission. 2005 Vauxhall VX220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Statesman | 2005 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
| Model | Statesman | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
