1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2001 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 2 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 660 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 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 (228 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 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 2001 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Omega | 2001 Vauxhall Agila | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Omega | Agila |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |
