1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2002 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall VX220. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2002 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall VX220. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall VX220 has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall VX220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 2002 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Caprice | VX220 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |