2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 408 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Vauxhall |
| Model | Golf | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
