2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang 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 4,006 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 528 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
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 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. 2000 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 2000 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Mustang | Omega |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4006 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |