2008 BMW 525 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 6 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. Both 2008 BMW 525 and 2002 Vauxhall Omega are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (306 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525. 2008 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 525 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
