1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 and 1999 Vauxhall Omega were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 268 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.

Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Audi A4 1999 Vauxhall Omega
Make Audi Vauxhall
Model A4 Omega
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 262 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1668 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2740 mm


 

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