2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 404 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Express | Omega |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2740 mm |