1996 Nissan Stagea vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Nissan Stagea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (306 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Stagea. 1996 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Stagea | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
Model | Stagea | Omega |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |