2001 Opel Frontera vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Because 2001 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Frontera | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
Model | Frontera | Omega |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |