2001 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 10 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 285 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. 2001 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Vauxhall Omega | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Porsche |
| Model | Omega | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2416 mm |
