2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Omega.
Because 2001 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 2001 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Venture | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Venture | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
