2002 Opel Speedster vs. 2003 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Speedster would be higher. Both 2002 Opel Speedster and 2003 Vauxhall Omega are equipped with a 2,198 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 720 kg more than 2002 Opel Speedster.
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, 2003 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Speedster. 2003 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 2002 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2002 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Speedster | 2003 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
Model | Speedster | Omega |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2740 mm |