2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 52 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 2000 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 2000 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2000 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2000 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2000 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Five Hundred | Omega |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2740 mm |