2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2002 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 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 26 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 615 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, 2001 Mazda 6, 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 2002 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 6 | VX220 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
