2002 Opel Omega vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra

To start off, both 2002 Opel Omega and 2002 Vauxhall Vectra were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 363 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Opel 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 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra, 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 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Opel Omega 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
Make Opel Vauxhall
Model Omega Vectra
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2197 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 142 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 209 Nm 164 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1665 kg 1302 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2710 mm


 

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