2002 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2002 Vauxhall Omega were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 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 2002 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147, 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, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (306 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Alfa Romeo 147 2002 Vauxhall Omega
Make Alfa Romeo Vauxhall
Model 147 Omega
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 2496 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 306 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2740 mm


 

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