1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 4 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro.
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, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Omega | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Omega | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |
