2008 BMW 120 vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning (236 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning.
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, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning (305 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (200 Nm). This means 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 120 | VX Lightning |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
