2004 Vauxhall VX220 vs. 1995 Venturi 400

To start off, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Venturi 400 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1995 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Vauxhall VX220 1995 Venturi 400
Make Vauxhall Venturi
Model VX220 400
Year Released 2004 1995
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 1998 cc 2975 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 217 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 520 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4500 RPM
Top Speed 249 km/hour 291 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2500 mm


 

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