2009 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 461 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, 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, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2000 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Focus | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
