2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 950 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda, 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, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 2005 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2005 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Panda | Omega |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2740 mm |
