2001 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2004 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2004 Proton Perdana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Omega 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 80 more horse power than 2004 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 390 kg more than 2004 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Vauxhall Omega | 2004 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Proton |
| Model | Omega | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
