2001 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2000 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 406, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Vauxhall Omega | 2000 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Peugeot |
| Model | Omega | 406 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
