1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 516 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus. 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, 2010 Ford Focus, 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 (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus. 1999 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Vauxhall Omega | 2010 Ford Focus | |
Make | Vauxhall | Ford |
Model | Omega | Focus |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1174 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1725 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2614 mm |