2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, both 2005 Mazda RX-8 and 2005 Vauxhall Omega were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 543 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2005 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | RX-8 | Omega |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1608 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |