1998 Opel Omega vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Omega weights approximately 236 kg more than 2009 Seat Altea.
Because 1998 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Omega | 2009 Seat Altea | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Omega | Altea |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |