1997 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 330 kg more than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Jeep | Opel |
Model | Cherokee | Omega |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2463 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |