1999 Hyundai XG vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, both 1999 Hyundai XG 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai XG is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai XG (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai XG should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 173 kg more than 1999 Hyundai XG.
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 Hyundai XG, 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 Hyundai XG (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai XG will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Hyundai XG | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | XG | Omega |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |