2011 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 11 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 340 kg more than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. 2000 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | 2000 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Grande Punto | Omega |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
