1997 Lincoln Mark VIII vs. 2003 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2092 kg more than 2003 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, 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lincoln Mark VIII | 2003 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Lincoln | Vauxhall |
Model | Mark VIII | Omega |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 3757 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5263 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1361 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2740 mm |