2005 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

To start off, both 2005 Vauxhall Omega and 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 558 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2005 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2005 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Vauxhall Omega 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
Make Vauxhall Volkswagen
Model Omega Phaeton
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 4172 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 142 HP 330 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 209 Nm 431 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1608 kg 2166 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2890 mm


 

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