2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 1 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 345 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Astro | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Astro | Omega |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |