2003 Dodge Durango vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2003 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Durango weights approximately 285 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Because 2003 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Durango 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Durango | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Durango | Omega |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
