2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (188 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. 2002 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Mustang | Omega |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |