2008 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (311 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 266 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Sequoia | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sequoia | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2740 mm |
