2009 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 99 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Falcon | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Falcon | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3983 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4955 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1868 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2838 mm | 2740 mm |