2004 Opel Astra vs. 2003 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 1 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 283 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. 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, 2004 Opel Astra, 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, 2003 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Astra | 2003 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra | Omega |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
