1994 Opel Omega vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 692 kg more than 1994 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Omega | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Omega | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |
