2001 Vauxhall VX220 vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 12 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 770 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2001 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 2001 Vauxhall VX220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford C-MAX, 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 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Vauxhall VX220 | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Ford |
| Model | VX220 | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2085 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1623 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |
