2002 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, both 2002 BMW M3 and 2002 Vauxhall Omega were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 BMW M3.

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, 2002 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2002 BMW M3 2002 Vauxhall Omega
Make BMW Vauxhall
Model M3 Omega
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3246 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 338 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 355 Nm 209 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2740 mm


 

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