2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Defender | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Land Rover | Vauxhall |
Model | Defender | Omega |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |