2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2003 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 6 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 699 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
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, 2009 Ford Fusion, 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 2003 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Fusion | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
