1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lexus GS (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Omega | 2010 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Lexus |
| Model | Omega | GS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
