2001 Citroen C vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C and 2001 Vauxhall Omega were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 660 kg more than 2001 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | C | Omega |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |