2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Altima 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 148 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Because 2005 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 2005 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima, 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, 2005 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Altima | 2005 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
Model | Altima | Omega |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 209 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |