2008 Ford S-Max vs. 2005 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2008 Ford S-Max is newer by 3 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 7 more horse power than 2008 Ford S-Max. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford S-Max weights approximately 867 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2005 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 2005 Vauxhall VX220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford S-Max, 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 S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford S-Max | 2005 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | S-Max | VX220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
