2000 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (149 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 352 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Vauxhall Omega | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | Bora |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
