2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
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 Mini Cooper, 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (261 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. 2004 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 2009 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2009 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Mini | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cooper | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
