2002 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 289 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i30. 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, 2011 Hyundai i30, 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vauxhall Omega | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Hyundai |
| Model | Omega | i30 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1371 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
