2002 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 3 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (240 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 287 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Solstice.
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, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (305 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Solstice | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Pontiac | Vauxhall |
| Model | Solstice | Omega |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
