1998 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 15 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1998 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 710 kg more than 1998 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Omega | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Omega | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2895 mm |