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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 181 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 347 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2003 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 2003 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express, 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 298 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 | 5999 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 507 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2740 mm |
