2002 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, both 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. 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 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (306 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Dodge Grand Caravan 2002 Vauxhall Omega
Make Dodge Vauxhall
Model Grand Caravan Omega
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 212 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 306 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1930 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2740 mm


 

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