1999 Vauxhall 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 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (189 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 128 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
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 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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
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1999 Vauxhall Omega | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
Model | Omega | Zafira |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1540 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 |