2002 Ford Econovan vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Econovan | Omega |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
