1994 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Opel Omega.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Opel Omega | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Omega | Forester |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |