2009 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 52 kg more than 2009 BMW 320.

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, 2009 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 320 2000 Vauxhall Omega
Make BMW Vauxhall
Model 320 Omega
Year Released 2009 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 331 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1632 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2740 mm


 

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