2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 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 2000 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5, 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, 2007 Citroen C5 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Citroen C5 2000 Vauxhall Omega
Make Citroen Vauxhall
Model C5 Omega
Year Released 2007 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 241 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1517 kg 1632 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2740 mm


 

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