1997 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1999 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, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1997 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti Q45 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Infiniti | Opel |
| Model | Q45 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
