1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 184 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Explorer | Omega |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
