1999 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, both 1999 Ford Focus 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 475 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus, 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 Opel Omega (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Omega |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |