2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall VX220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall VX220 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1687 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall VX220 has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall VX220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 2003 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Vauxhall |
| Model | Range Rover | VX220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2557 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 54 L |
