1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 12 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 485 kg more than 2011 Ford Focus.
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, 2011 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 (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 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 2011 Ford Focus. 2011 Ford Focus 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. 2011 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Omega | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Ford |
| Model | Omega | Focus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2614 mm |
