2008 BMW 550 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 8 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 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. 2008 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2000 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2000 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 550 2000 Vauxhall Omega
Make BMW Vauxhall
Model 550 Omega
Year Released 2008 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 1998 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 360 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 1632 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2740 mm