2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 792 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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, 2007 Mazda 6, 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 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2005 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 6 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
