2000 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 941 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2000 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2000 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Vauxhall Omega | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Vauxhall | Chevrolet |
Model | Omega | Suburban |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 2573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3302 mm |