2007 BMW 116 vs. 2005 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall VX220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall VX220 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 116 weights approximately 329 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall VX220.
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, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 116 | 2005 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 116 | VX220 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |