1998 Renault Safrane vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 143 kg more than 1998 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane, 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Safrane | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
Model | Safrane | Omega |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 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 | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |