2008 BMW 118 vs. 2004 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall VX220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall VX220 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 118 | 2004 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 118 | VX220 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 36 L |