2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 10 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 625 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Avalanche | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2740 mm |