2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 137 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera, 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 Primera (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (306 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Primera | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |
