2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega, 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Silverado | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2740 mm |
