1999 Ford Contour vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 353 kg more than 1999 Ford Contour.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (281 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Contour | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Contour | Omega |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |