2001 Lexus LX vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, both 2001 Lexus LX 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus LX weights approximately 795 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX 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, 2001 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Lexus LX 2001 Vauxhall Omega
Make Lexus Vauxhall
Model LX Omega
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4664 cc 3175 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 232 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2430 kg 1635 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2740 mm


 

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