2010 Ford Explorer vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 456 kg more than 2000 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Explorer | 2000 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Explorer | Omega |
Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2061 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4912 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2888 mm | 2740 mm |