2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 2 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 239 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2300. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (206 Nm). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | B2300 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
