1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 13 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 49 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 338 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
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, 2012 Ford Flex, 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Omega | 2012 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Ford |
| Model | Omega | Flex |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2995 mm |
