2004 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2001 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2004 Donkervoort D8 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall VX220 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 Donkervoort D8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Donkervoort D8 | 2001 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Vauxhall |
Model | D8 | VX220 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |