2012 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 345 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3, 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, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Citroen C3 | 2005 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | C3 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
