2005 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2005 Vauxhall Omega and 2005 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 204 kg more than 2005 Volvo S40.
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 Volvo S40, 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 Volvo S40 (340 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Vauxhall Omega | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
Model | Omega | S40 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 340 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |