2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Because 2005 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 2005 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Toyota Camry 2005 Vauxhall Omega
Make Toyota Vauxhall
Model Camry Omega
Year Released 2006 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 2198 cc
Horse Power 190 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 268 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1355 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2740 mm


 

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