2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall VX220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall VX220 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 761 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall VX220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Vauxhall VX220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Mondeo | VX220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
