1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Holden Berlina 2000 Vauxhall Omega
Make Holden Vauxhall
Model Berlina Omega
Year Released 1999 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5665 cc 2196 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 302 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 460 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2740 mm


 

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