1995 Ford Probe vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 365 kg more than 1995 Ford Probe.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (281 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Probe. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Probe | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Probe | Omega |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
