2005 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 3,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 174 kg more than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C.
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, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C 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. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Vauxhall Omega | 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | |
| Make | Vauxhall | McLaren |
| Model | Omega | MP4-12C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 592 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1199 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
