2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, both 2001 Citroen Xsara 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 36 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 357 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xsara. 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 Xsara, 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 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | Xsara | Omega |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |