1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Vauxhall Omega | 2005 BMW 525 | |
Make | Vauxhall | BMW |
Model | Omega | 525 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2840 mm |