2007 BMW 550 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 5 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 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Omega.
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, 2007 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (306 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 550 | Omega |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |