2006 BMW 335 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 BMW 335.
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, 2006 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 335 | 2003 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 335 | Omega |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |