2001 Toyota Altezza vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 Toyota Altezza 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 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Altezza | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Altezza | Omega |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
