2004 Volvo XC90 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, both 2004 Volvo XC90 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo XC90 (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 310 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 2004 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo XC90 | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Volvo | Vauxhall |
| Model | XC90 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
