2002 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 780 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 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vauxhall Omega | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Chevrolet |
| Model | Omega | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
