2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 2 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 40 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 439 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 2003 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | HR-V | VX220 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |