2006 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 2 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
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 M3 (370 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | M3 | Omega |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |