2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2003 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, both 2003 Daihatsu YRV and 2003 Vauxhall Omega were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 755 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. 2003 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2003 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | YRV | Omega |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |
