2001 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 249 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Vauxhall Omega | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Nissan |
| Model | Omega | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2776 mm |
