2009 Saturn Sky vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 386 kg more than 2009 Saturn Sky.
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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saturn Sky | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Saturn | Vauxhall |
Model | Sky | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |