2004 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (498 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 214 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Vauxhall Omega | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Vauxhall | Chevrolet |
Model | Omega | Corvette |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 498 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2685 mm |