Would You Swap 1.8SRi for 2.2SRi?

[Chris SRi]

As above, I'd be getting a 2.2 SRi, 2 years older with slightly more miles.

I'm after more power with not much change in economy.

Would you?

2.2 Specs:

Fuel consumption (urban)27.2 mpg Fuel consumption (extra urban)47.1 mpg Fuel consumption (combined)37.2 mpg 0 - 62 mph9.7 seconds Top speed135 mph Cylinders4 Valves16 v Engine power155 bhp Engine torque162 lbs/ft

1.8 Spec:

Fuel consumption (urban)28 mpg Fuel consumption (extra urban)51.4 mpg Fuel consumption (combined)39.2 mpg 0 - 62 mph10.2 seconds Top speed131 mph Cylinders4 Valves16 v Engine power140 bhp Engine torque129 lbs/ft

[Lean6]

Being honest mate, you wouldn't notice much difference performance wise between a 1.8 VVT 140 and 2.2 DIRECT with 155 bhp.

I think there are more reliability issues with the Z22YH engine. Fuel pumps and timing chain tensioners are common issues on the 2.2 engine.

[mattv6diesel]

Personaly i'd go for younger with less miles. Don't understand getting a new car thats older

[nibblitz]

Nah, stick with your 1.8... Cheaper Tax & Insurance to consider too isnt it ...

[vectra ste]

stick to the 1.8

http://www.vectra-c.com/forum/showth...03#post1694803

[Chris SRi]

Well that's made my mind up! Thanks.

[headscratcher]

ask the prime minister,

me personally i would buy a nova 1.2 in these bad times lol

[paulvectrac]

Who said there wouldn't be much between a 1.8 and a 2.2 direct mine would make fun of a 1.8 all day no probs

[Mark Evison]

Stick with the 1.8 mate

[Lean6]

Who said there wouldn't be much between a 1.8 and a 2.2 direct mine would make fun of a 1.8 all day no probs

I did.

Isn't your 2.2 DIRECT tuned?

Standard Vs standard there wouldn't be a very noticeable difference. There is only 15 bhp difference at best. This wouldn't translate to an arse whooping on a private track drag race. The torque is significantly better in the DIRECT but again, if both cars were taking the engine to peak power RPM this wouldn't make a vast difference.