2003 Vauxhall VX220 vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall VX220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall VX220 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1027 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Vauxhall VX220 | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Vauxhall | SsangYong |
| Model | VX220 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
