2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (140 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Omega |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |