1997 BMW 318 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 BMW 318. 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, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 318. 2000 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1997 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1997 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 318 | 2000 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 318 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
