1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (228 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Vauxhall Omega | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Porsche |
Model | Omega | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2350 mm |