2008 BMW X3 vs. 2002 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall VX220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall VX220 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall VX220. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 895 kg more than 2002 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, 2008 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall VX220. 2008 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall VX220 has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall VX220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2002 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | X3 | VX220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 54 L |
