2009 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 7 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 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2002 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 2002 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4, 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 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota RAV4 | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | RAV4 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3545 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
