1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 14 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 35 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2013 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. 2013 Toyota Avalon 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. 2013 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Vauxhall Omega | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Vauxhall | Toyota |
Model | Omega | Avalon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |