2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 5 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 324 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Vauxhall Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cee'd | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
