2002 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 274 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2002 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 2002 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (306 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vauxhall Omega | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | Golf |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
