2003 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 116 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Vauxhall Omega | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Chevrolet |
| Model | Omega | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3380 mm |
