1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 11 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 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 26 kg more than 2010 Chrysler 300.
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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1999 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Omega | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Chrysler |
| Model | Omega | 300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3048 mm |
