2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Vauxhall Omega were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Audi A3.

Because 2004 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A3 2004 Vauxhall Omega
Make Audi Vauxhall
Model A3 Omega
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3189 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 252 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1565 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2740 mm


 

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