1994 Opel Omega vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 16 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1195 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.
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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega. 2010 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1994 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1994 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Opel Omega | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Omega | Expedition |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 127 L |