1999 Opel Omega vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. Both 1999 Opel Omega and 2001 Vauxhall Zafira are equipped with a 2,198 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Because 1999 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Omega (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Omega | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
