2002 Peugeot 307 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, both 2002 Peugeot 307 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 59 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 307. 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 Peugeot 307, 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (204 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Peugeot 307 | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Peugeot | Vauxhall |
Model | 307 | Omega |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |