2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 2 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 56 kg more than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. 2001 Cadillac XLR 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. 2001 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
| Model | XLR | Omega |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |
