2008 Toyota Tundra vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 328 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.

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 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (306 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. 2008 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Toyota Tundra 2002 Vauxhall Omega
Make Toyota Vauxhall
Model Tundra Omega
Year Released 2008 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4000 cc 2496 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 236 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 361 Nm 306 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1332 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 5340 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 3230 mm 2740 mm


 

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