2004 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 9 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 390 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Vauxhall Omega | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Porsche |
| Model | Omega | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2920 mm |
