2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
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 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cayman | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 2960 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2740 mm |
