2000 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
Because 2000 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 2000 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo, 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, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Vauxhall Omega | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Opel |
| Model | Omega | Combo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
