1995 Opel Omega vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Omega would be higher. Both 1995 Opel Omega and 2006 SsangYong Kyron are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 579 kg more than 1995 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Omega | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Omega | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
