1990 Opel Omega vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 121 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Omega (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Omega | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Omega | 406 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2594 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |