2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 5 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 527 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. 2001 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | SSR | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
