2009 Ford Flex vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 8 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 629 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2009 Ford Flex is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (281 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. 2009 Ford Flex 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. 2009 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Flex | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |
