2008 Fiat Croma vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 9 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. Both 2008 Fiat Croma and 1999 Vauxhall Omega are equipped with a 2,198 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 156 kg more than 2008 Fiat Croma.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Croma | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Croma | Omega |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |