2001 Vauxhall VX220 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall VX220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall VX220 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 865 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.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. 2004 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2001 Vauxhall VX220 has manual transmission. 2001 Vauxhall VX220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Vauxhall VX220 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Porsche |
| Model | VX220 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
