2003 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 10 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 292 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.

Because 2003 Vauxhall Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Vauxhall Omega 2013 Toyota Sienna
Make Vauxhall Toyota
Model Omega Sienna
Year Released 2003 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 142 HP 262 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 209 Nm 252 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Vehicle Weight 1608 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 5085 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1985 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1811 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 3030 mm


 

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