2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin V12 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (542 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. 2001 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 2004 Aston Martin V12 has manual transmission. 2004 Aston Martin V12 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:
| 2004 Aston Martin V12 | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Vauxhall |
| Model | V12 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
