2002 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa 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 41 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 511 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa. 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 Nissan Versa, 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vauxhall Omega | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Nissan |
| Model | Omega | Versa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1149 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2601 mm |
