2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 1 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. 2006 Ford Expedition 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. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Expedition | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
