2004 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 1 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 38 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall VX220 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Vauxhall VX220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2003 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Civic | VX220 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |