1999 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Buick Regal (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2001 Opel Omega | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Regal | Omega |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |