2006 Rover 45 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 45 | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Rover | Vauxhall |
| Model | 45 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
