1999 Ginetta G34 vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall VX220 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Ginetta G34.
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, 1999 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ginetta G34 | 2003 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Vauxhall |
| Model | G34 | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1120 mm |
