2004 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 248 kg more than 2004 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Vauxhall Omega | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Vauxhall | Dodge |
Model | Omega | Charger |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 368 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3048 mm |