2003 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 202 kg more than 2003 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Vauxhall Omega | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Chevrolet |
| Model | Omega | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 426 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2852 mm |
