1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, both 1999 Ford Econoline and 1999 Opel Omega were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (213 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (211 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 679 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Ford Econoline (575 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Econoline | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Econoline | Omega |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7275 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1766 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2610 mm |