Reddish Orange vs Dark Vermilion

How close are they?

ΔE 7.1, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Dark Vermilion is a little darker than Reddish Orange.

Can I use Dark Vermilion instead of Reddish Orange?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 7). Dark Vermilion is a little darker than Reddish Orange.

Can I use Reddish Orange instead of Dark Vermilion?

The same difference applies the other way round: Reddish Orange is a little lighter.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.