2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Terios 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 67 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 565 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (306 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Daihatsu Terios 2002 Vauxhall Omega
Make Daihatsu Vauxhall
Model Terios Omega
Year Released 2000 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1296 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 106 Nm 306 Nm
Torque RPM 5100 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1045 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2740 mm


 

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