1999 Dodge Charger vs. 2001 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Charger (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Charger weights approximately 492 kg more than 2001 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Charger | 2001 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Charger | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
