2006 BMW 530 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (306 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 530 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
