2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 7 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 412 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.
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 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. 2008 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2001 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2001 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Explorer | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2740 mm |
