2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 336 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
| Model | Tucson | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
