1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2000 Vauxhall Agila

To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 710 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Vauxhall 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 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Agila, 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 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Agila.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Vauxhall Omega 2000 Vauxhall Agila
Make Vauxhall Vauxhall
Model Omega Agila
Year Released 1999 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 973 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 209 Nm 87 Nm
Torque RPM 1650 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 3510 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2370 mm


 

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