1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. Both 1998 Toyota Caldina and 2000 Vauxhall Omega are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 292 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Caldina | 2000 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Caldina | Omega |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |