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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (248 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Vauxhall Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (339 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4. 1999 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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 1896 cc 5665 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 248 HP 311 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 459 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1650 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2740 mm


 

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