1999 Ford Contour vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Contour 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 58 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 273 kg more than 1999 Ford Contour.
Because 2003 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 2003 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Contour | 2003 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Contour | Omega |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94.6 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 75 L |