2000 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 318 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 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Vauxhall Omega | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Vauxhall | SsangYong |
Model | Omega | Rodius |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |