1999 Ford Contour vs. 1998 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 1 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Omega weights approximately 38 kg more than 1999 Ford Contour.
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, 1999 Ford Contour, 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, 1999 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Contour | 1998 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Contour | Omega |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |