2007 BMW 120 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 3 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 315 kg more than 2007 BMW 120.
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, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 120 | Omega |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |