2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 1 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Caterham | Vauxhall |
Model | 7 | Omega |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2740 mm |