2002 Peugeot 807 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, both 2002 Peugeot 807 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 807 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 118 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 Peugeot 807, 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 Peugeot 807 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Peugeot 807 2002 Vauxhall Omega
Make Peugeot Vauxhall
Model 807 Omega
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2230 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 156 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1723 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2740 mm


 

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