2004 Vauxhall Monaro vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 5 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro.

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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (228 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Vauxhall Monaro 1999 Vauxhall Omega
Make Vauxhall Vauxhall
Model Monaro Omega
Year Released 2004 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5665 cc 2498 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 329 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 465 Nm 228 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 1675 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2740 mm


 

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