2000 Lada 112 vs. 2002 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada 112 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Lada 112. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada 112 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Vauxhall VX220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lada 112, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada 112. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada 112.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lada 112 | 2002 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Lada | Vauxhall |
Model | 112 | VX220 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |