2000 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1605 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Excursion 2002 Vauxhall Omega
Make Ford Vauxhall
Model Excursion Omega
Year Released 2000 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7274 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 232 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 2700 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 677 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 3270 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 2030 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2740 mm


 

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