2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 2 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 37 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 335 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Omega.
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, 2006 Kia Cerato, 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato. 2004 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Cerato has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Cerato 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:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cerato | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
