2001 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 282 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 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 1999 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (312 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (227 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville 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 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Pontiac Bonneville 1999 Vauxhall Omega
Make Pontiac Vauxhall
Model Bonneville Omega
Year Released 2001 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 2498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 227 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1434 kg 1716 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2740 mm