1999 Vauxhall Zafira vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (281 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Zafira | Omega |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
